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Penstemon barbatus praecox nanus

Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 25 - 40 cm (10 - 16 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Penstemon barbatus praecox nanus (pinacolada beard-tongue) bears white blooms during mid summer to early fall. The foliage is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Penstemon barbatus praecox nanus attracts butterflies to your garden. Penstemon barbatus praecox nanus tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits.